Rural community resources

Mountain Gate and Lake Communities

Start with countywide support and ask about food sites and transportation for your address. Check your actual utility provider for bill assistance.

Communities and areas

Mountain Gate · Jones Valley · Silverthorn · Lakeshore · Salt Creek · O’Brien

10 resources

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Food and nutrition

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Children and families

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Children and families

School District Directory

Find your school district and ask about family assistance, Community Connect and available local support.

Who it serves: Families in local school districts

Children and families

SCOE Community Connect

Ask school staff for a referral for support with food, housing, utilities, transportation and health needs.

Who it serves: Students and families connected through Shasta County schools

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Home and wildfire safety

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Home and wildfire safety

Shasta County Fire Department

Find local fire protection contacts and preparedness information. For an emergency, call 911.

Who it serves: County fire service areas and mutual aid arrangements

Home and wildfire safety

Defensible Space Readiness Program

Assistance for qualifying low income property owners who are elderly, disabled and/or veterans, face specified barriers, and have received a county defensible space violation notice.

Who it serves: Qualifying unincorporated high fire hazard or wildland urban interface properties

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Housing and shelter

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Housing and shelter

County Housing Choice Voucher Program

Rental assistance administered by Shasta County Housing Authority. Check the official page for application, waiting list and housing rules.

Who it serves: Housing authority jurisdiction outside Redding city limits

Housing and shelter

County Down Payment Assistance

Help for qualifying first time homebuyers. Confirm the property location, financing requirements and available assistance.

Who it serves: Eligible properties outside Redding city limits, including Anderson and Shasta Lake

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Transportation

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Need help finding the right place?

Call 211 or visit 211 Shasta for referrals for your address and needs.

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